Re: HELP me choose boots!! ADVICE PLEASE!I abandoned my Lowa Banff boots a couple years ago.
But they are the best leather boot I have ever owned. Hand made in Germany with one piece leather.
Hmm... how can a hand made leather boot ...

@ JeffHere is how I put together a trip last December in the Desert near Lake Mead, NV.
I reviewed a large scale map of the Lake Mead recreational area. Viewing the map, I picked out a 4 day route. I ...

Re: Re: Re: Zion National Park - Mid May"I have never dealt with such high temps and relentless sun (I'm from Canada)."
Planning is critical. You HAVE to know where the reliable sources of water are located.
Also you ...

Re: Tarp in rain/bugs?You use a large tarp, that would typically be for two people. A cuben fiber one weighs 5 oz. It is big enough that a bivy is not needed. A polycro goundsheet weighs 1.7 oz. A head net weighs 1 oz. ...

ULA Equipment5/5
It seems that from earlier reviews, ULA has solved the communication issues with the addition of Casey to the staff, which must have solved that void.
Not only was the communication great (t...